6.7 magnitude earthquake hits Ecuador: US Geological Survey

6.7 magnitude earthquake hits Ecuador: US Geological Survey

Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no threat of tsunami

By Dilara Hamit

ANKARA (AA) - A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck Ecuador on Saturday, the US Geological Survey said.

The quake, which was also felt in Peru, hit the town of Balao in Ecuador’s Azuay province at around 12:12 p.m. local time (1712GMT).

According to the USGS, the earthquake occurred about 65 kilometers (40 miles) below the surface.

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said there is no threat of a tsunami.

No casualties have been reported yet.

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